Random things from Thanksgiving weekend

I had a very relaxing Thanksgiving.  I feel like holidays can be sometimes painful and tiring, especially as you get older and get married... I remember just enjoying food and everything my parents and others prepared.. and now its MY turn to provide. :P  From spending time with my family only, now I have to worry about organizing things with my husband's parents.  Luckily, both our families are in LA area, so no traveling.  But we end up driving a lot during holidays. But better than flying!

Overall, I didn't have to do much.  I got to sleep in almost everyday during the weekend, which was very nice.

On Friday, instead of going shopping, we went to LA AutoShow.  I know I don't need anything and can't afford what I want right now, so I rather not be tempted.. :p.  AND I just hate waiting and being sandwiched by people, so I try anything and everything to avoid the mall on black friday...

AutoShow was pretty good.. altho not as interesting.  I remember they used to have some crazy concept cars and such, but now, all companies seem to focus on fuel-efficiency and lower cost cars. I guess it's reflecting the economy... it was entertaining in a way that I saw more affordable cars but not really since this is one time you get to see all the nice cars in person without going into dealerships, but they didn't have as many.. so boo...

Rare picture of me that my hubby took that actually came out nice!!!!! hahahaha. i think it was the crazy lighting they had there... I'm sporting MAC lady danger lipstick here! :)

And on Saturday, I just wanted to dress very comfortably for dinner with my in-laws sicne it was just too cold..
I look extra short and stubby in this picture.. i swear i'm just wearing wide legged pants!!! :P

And a apple pie my inlaws got for us from Julian Moms pies bakery in Temecula. It was very yummy!

Do you see the heart shape in the middle?? Adorable!

Sadly all broken during the cutting process.....

Hope everyone had good Thanksgiving!!!

I know it's turning into weekend blogs... but I just don't seem to have time... but I will try harder to update more frequently!

M.A.C Lady Danger & H&M Cardigan

I saw this perfect red lipstick on J. Crew catalog and learned that it is MAC lipstick in Lady Danger..
So of course, I had to get it! I have this obsession with red lipsticks. But I don't think I pull them off very well without looking like it's too much. I just loooove the combination of pale skin + minimal eye makeup + red lipstick combo.. but my eyes are too small and my features aren't defined enough to pull that off...
But I'm still going to try! haha

The sales rep was telling me how pretty I looked w/ this lipstick on.. but I'm pretty sure she just wanted to sell it. LOL. My friends didn't really make fun of it but they thought it was a bit too much for everyday.. hahaha. Wish I could pull off red lipstick everyday w/o looking too much!!

And on the way back from M.A.C. store, stopped by H&M and I had to get this cardigan! so colorful. =D

Excuse all the clutter in the background & Mugen trying to get my attention. haha. I like to have a full length mirror right next to the front door so I can look at myself before going out.. hence, it's reflecting my livingroom. =)
It is pretty long and kinda makes me look shorter, but I still like it!
I can't wait to wear this cardigan w/ leggins and uggs during winter!

Henri Bendel Hauls

So.. I posted earlier than I really wanted Henri Bendel rain boots. I put a hold on a pair and it finally arrived! I requested for a pair when I had a 25% coupon from them, and the sales rep I talked to let me use the coupon even though the boots came after the coupon expired. I've been so happy with Henri Bendel products AND service!! =D

What I really love about these boots are the Henry Bendel stripes in the back!

Oh, and while I'm at it.. I had to get this rain coat for my dog. hahaha. It would come in handy when I have to take him out when it's raining..

I can't wait until it starts raining!!!!!

Do I see a matching umbrella coming soon..???? ;)

J Crew Obssession

My friend and I started talking about how impressed we were with J Crew handbags today.
They are still pretty pricey... but I must say that I LOVE their new bags.

These soft buttery leather with such pretty gray color...

 And this nice olive color bag... i think i'm in LOVE =D

The thing is though that not all J Crew stores carry their bags and a lot fo them are catalog/internet only. I don't like buying bags or clothes without trying them on first.. but these are definitely on my wishlist!

Lanvin for H&M

Lanvin for H&M is coming on Nov. 20th.  Some looks I LOVE from the collection:

Check out http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/11/02/lanvin-for-hm-collection-_n_777728.html#s172407 for more pictures.

But most clothes are still 150+ dollars. A LOT cheaper than Lanvin collection, but it's still very expensive for H&M... and to even be able to look at these in real life, I'm going to have to be in a line starting 6 am or something. Since my size is most common, the chance is that I won't be able to score any of these.

These outfits seem so perfect for coming holiday parties, although I proably won't be going to any. =p

Pretty Henri Bendel

I found out about Henri Bendel when I went to visit in NY and was so excited when it opened in South Coast Plaza!

Here are the things I hauled:

Nice leopard silk scarf and a cuute key fob.

On my wish list:

Especially since it has been raining in LA. :)  I feel a bit down when it rains but these will lift my mood up for sure!



Cold weather = boots!!

So LA weather has been really weird.. it was super hot (like over 110 degrees) last week and today it rained and was probably high 60s to 70s.  It's supposed to get hot again over the weekend, but meanwhile it would be raining and cold in LA for few days.. which means I get to wear my new boots!!! finally!!!

I've been looking for wedge heel boots for a loong time.  Mainly because it's hard to drive and walk with heels on.. and I sometimes have to walk a lot from one building to another at work.  I also like to feel comfortable at work.. being at work is stressful enough! LOL.  I saw these on H&M website and headed to the store to get a pair! And luckily, they had a pair in 7! This is a very rare luck for me.. everytime I want something, they either don't carry it in the store, not in my size or not in the color I want... =(

Can't wait to wear these tomorrow!! =)  Oh, one bad thing about this pair is that when I go up and down the stairs (I live on the 3rd floor w/o elevator), it kinda rubs against my ankle, which can get uncomfortable.. but other than that, they are so comfortable!!!!!